2016 Ford Transit Connect 1.6L Diesel · SB65 WEU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. The most recent MOT test on 23 January 2026 at 65,349 miles resulted in a pass following an immediate failure that same day. The failure involved misaligned headlights and an inoperative fog lamp, which were addressed quickly to secure the certificate. This suggest the owner monitors MOT requirements but only performs repairs when a test fails. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. There is a gap of 2,643 miles between the October 2023 test and the January 2025 test, followed by another 5,261 miles between the January 2025 and January 2026 inspections. This low annual usage suggests the vehicle has seen light duty or short-distance trips, which can sometimes lead to dry-rotted components or corrosion despite the low overall mechanical wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system and suspension components during a physical evaluation. The January 2025 test at 60,088 miles flagged both rear brake discs as worn, pitted, and scored. While these were not a failure at the time, pitting indicates surface corrosion often caused by periods of inactivity. Additionally, the 2023 failure for a tyre with tread below the legal limit highlights a history of neglecting basic consumable items. Verify the current state of all tyres for sidewall cracking and check the suspension bushes for signs of perished rubber, given the vehicle's age.